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The branding reflects the exclusivity, but not necessarily the capability.

The Inspiron 630m is Dell’s first 14-inch widescreen notebook.

Dual-core and FireWire may be missing, but Pacstar’s system offer’s more than we expected from a value PC.

Everything you need to know about AM2 -- without the headache.

Not the best road handling, but the offroad features could make it very attractive.

This monitor aced many of our image quality tests, handling fine colour transitions with ease and producing sharp images.

A good-value and very powerful system that will appeal to those seeking ultimate performance.

Aztec’s PC is a very different take on our $4000 PC A-List challenge.

Small but packed with features, this Lifebook is a stunner.

Not perfect, but the best all-rounder.

There’s now very little reason not to buy an iPod. These are simply superb.

Fantastic hardware. The GPS software is mediocre, but you can buy your own.

Expensive but potentially very useful for those whose Wi-Fi has failed.

A fantastic Media Center PC at an extraordinary price.

The world maps make the 910 good value, but other features seem gimmicky.

Amazingly good value for what you get: a fully-featured, dual-core, ergonomic notebook.

Good features, good quality and good value - it’s also the fastest ultraportable we’ve seen.